Environmental and Sustainability: Condition-Based Maintenance in Rail

April 25, 2025 EcoVadis DE


One of them is Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM). This proactive maintenance approach enhances the reliability and efficiency of trains and contributes significantly to environmental and sustainability goals.

Historically, train operators have relied on scheduled or reactive maintenance practices, often leading to inefficiencies and unnecessary resource consumption. Routine maintenance schedules, while necessary, can result in overhauls or replacements that might be premature if based solely on time-based criteria.

This traditional approach not only adds to operational costs but also has significant repercussions, considering the energy-intensive nature of maintenance procedures and the disposal of components.


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